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The Banter League

Rudra Vishweshwar

Official. FPL Draft league between lifelong friends. Player advice and stories of our league and healthy amount of trash talk.

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00:54:43

Episode 34: Title and Relegation Battles, $24 Million...

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2026/04/23

The Banter League crew is back to dissect a wild Premier League week, starting with a ruthless roast of Chelsea's latest managerial casualty who just walked away with a cool $24 million for four months of work. As the actual title race heats up with Manchester City's magical, heart-breaking-for-Arsenal comeback to tie the table, the guys also dive into the chaotic relegation battles, a rare Nottingham Forest hat-trick, and the absolute nail-biter that was the Tottenham vs. Brighton match. On

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00:50:42

Episode 33: Arsenal bottling it, Pep is the GOAT,...

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2026/04/17

Grab your calculators and your crying tissues because the title race is officially entering "bottle job" territory, and the Banter League is here to overanalyze every sweaty second of it. This week, we dive into how Arsenal managed to turn a comfortable lead into a tactical nightmare involving crowded goalkeepers, while Manchester City continues to be a terrifying, well-funded robot that refuses to lose. We’re debating whether Pep is the GOAT or just a man with a really nice vest and an

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00:47:48

Episode 32: Spurs in Shambles, Fake News Vinny, and...

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2026/04/08

Welcome back to the pod, where a two-week break feels like a month and Tottenham's defense is still in absolute shambles! The full crew returns to navigate the final stretch of the fantasy season, breaking down the latest Premier League chaos—from Everton completely dismantling a dramatic Chelsea squad to Spurs fans literally begging for relegation just to end the suffering. We also dish out crucial waiver wire pickups, debate Roberto De Zerbi’s highly questionable decision to take the cursed

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00:15:16

Episode 31: Waiver Advice, Arsenal's Title Charge,...

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2026/03/19

In this solo episode of the Banter League, we return from a trip to Kenya to find a wide-open title race with only five points separating the top four teams. We break down a pivotal slate of fixtures where Arsenal moved nine points clear of Manchester City following a 2-0 win over Everton and a City draw against West Ham. The episode covers Manchester United’s dominant form under Michael Carrick, a heartbreaking 90th-minute equalizer for Spurs at Anfield, and the mounting pressure on Chelsea’s

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00:38:22

Ep 30: Title Race Shakeups, Relegation Reality...

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2026/03/12

In this episode of the Banter League, Vinny returns to join the pod as the race for the title and survival reaches a fever pitch. We break down a chaotic midweek fixture list, including Manchester United’s shocking late loss to 10-man Newcastle, Chelsea’s dominant four-goal comeback against Aston Villa led by a Joao Pedro hat trick, and Manchester City’s surprising points drop against Nottingham Forest. As the relegation battle intensifies, we discuss whether giants like Spurs are truly in danger

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00:16:35

Episode 29: GW 28 review, quick waiver advice, Waiver...

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2026/03/02

In this episode of the Banter League, recorded on a quick turnaround from Costa Rica, we dive into the fallout of a wild game week and provide urgent waiver wire advice ahead of the upcoming deadline. We recap Arsenal’s set-piece dominance over Chelsea, Manchester United’s gritty comeback against Crystal Palace, and the high-scoring thriller between Brentford and Burnley. With the title race heating up and the relegation battle tightening, we highlight essential targets for your squad, including

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00:28:57

Episode 28: Flying Solo: GW27 Recap, GW28 Waiver...

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2026/02/26

With Ishaan off in Africa and Vinny preparing for fatherhood, you're flying solo with me this week on the Banter League! We're breaking down a chaotic Game Week 27—featuring Chelsea hitting their usual self-destruct button, Arsenal painting North London red in the derby, and Liverpool pulling off a 97th-minute miracle. Need to salvage your draft season? I’ve got the quick-and-dirty waiver wire targets you absolutely need to exploit the tight Game Week 28 and 29 turnaround. Stick around for

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00:50:33

Episode 27: Fergie Time, Fresh Starts, Fresh Stats...

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2026/02/20

In this episode of The Banter League, the title race is blown wide open as a three-way tie at the top sets the stage for a high-stakes Week 27 recap. The hosts break down a weekend of dramatic comebacks, including Chelsea’s stalemate with Leeds and Manchester United’s "Fergie time" heroics against West Ham. They dive into the fallout of shock managerial sackings at Spurs and Nottingham Forest, questioning how a new face on the touchline will impact top-tier assets and relegation-threatened

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00:25:07

Episode 26: Ishaan goes solo, GW 25 Recap, Fantasy...

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2026/02/09

In this solo session of the Banter League, Ishaan reviews a high-stakes week of Premier League football, starting with Leeds United’s vital win over Nottingham Forest and Manchester United’s tactical victory over Spurs. The episode covers Manchester City’s dramatic late winner at Anfield, Arsenal’s clinical dominance over Sunderland, and Chelsea’s emphatic performance against Wolves, while also touching on the mounting pressure at Newcastle following a home loss to Brentford.The second half focuses

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00:48:20

Episode 25: GW 24 Recap, Waiver Wire and new...

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2026/02/05

In Episode 25 of The Banter League, Rudra and Vineeth dive into a pivotal Premier League weekend that saw Arsenal pull six points clear at the top while Manchester City and Aston Villa stumbled. The hosts break down Solanke’s audacious scorpion kick against City, Chelsea’s gritty comeback over West Ham, and Manchester United’s "Fergie Time" heroics against Fulham. Beyond the pitch, they provide essential fantasy strategy for the upcoming double game week, highlighting Noni Madueke and

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01:01:37

Episode 24: GW 23 Recap, PL Table Look ahead,...

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2026/01/29

In Episode 24 of The Banter League, hosts Rudra, Ishaan, and Vineeth break down a high-stakes period in the FPL Draft season as the league table tightens with a four-way tie for first place. The crew analyzes Manchester United’s tactical resurgence under the "Carrick era" following wins over Manchester City and Arsenal, while debating whether Arsenal’s reliance on set pieces and "negative tactics" signals a title race collapse.This episode is essential listening for Draft FPL

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00:55:51

Episode 23: GW 22 review, Waivers, Bday Pod , Love...

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2026/01/21

In this episode of The Banter League, the original crew of Rudra, Ishaan, and Vineeth reunites to break down a dramatic shift in the fantasy table, with Vineeth surprisingly climbing to the top spot despite a low-scoring week. The hosts analyze Manchester United’s tactical 2-0 derby victory over Manchester City, praising the impact of Kobbie Mainoo and a resilient defense, while also discussing Leeds United’s dramatic 1-0 win over Fulham thanks to a stoppage-time winner and West Ham’s late 2-1 upset

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01:14:29

Episode 22: GW 21 review, Waiver pickups, Crazy Live...

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2026/01/15

In this action-packed episode of The Banter League, hosts Rudra and Ishaan are joined by league rivals Anuj and Iyer to break down a chaotic set of midweek Premier League fixtures and provide essential FPL Draft waiver wire strategy for Gameweek 22. The group analyzes standout performances from the 4-3 thriller between Newcastle and Leeds and Fulham’s upset victory over Chelsea, while debating the fantasy impact of Erling Haaland’s 150th goal and Cole Palmer’s slump. With the January transfer window

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00:38:23

Episode 21: GW 20 Review, Waiver Frenzy, Rudra's...

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2026/01/05

In this fast-paced episode of The Banter League, hosts Rudra and Vineeth analyze a chaotic slate of midweek fixtures to help fantasy managers dominate the upcoming FPL Draft waiver deadline. They breakdown standout performances including Ollie Watkins' resurgence for Aston Villa, Igor Thiago’s stunning hat-trick for Brentford, and the dramatic 1-1 draw between Manchester City and Chelsea. For waiver wire strategy, the hosts recommend targeting Brentford and Manchester United defenders for clean

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00:58:27

Episode 20: GW 19 review, Waiver Pickups, Massive...

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2026/01/02

The full crew of Rudra, Ishaan, and Vineeth returns to kick off 2026 by recapping a hectic festive schedule, highlighted by Arsenal ending Aston Villa’s 11-game winning streak with a dominant 4-1 victory and Chelsea’s chaotic 2-2 draw against Bournemouth. The hosts analyze a strange matchday featuring three 0-0 draws, including a depleted Sunderland squad holding Manchester City scoreless despite missing nine players to AFCON, before diving into waiver wire targets like Brentford’s Keane

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00:22:50

Episode 19: GW 18 Review, Ishaan's Solo Pod, Waiver...

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2025/12/29

In this solo episode, host Ishaan Chandok steps in for the absent Vineeth and Rudra to recap a game week full of surprises, headlined by Manchester United’s tactical 1-0 win over Newcastle and Aston Villa’s dramatic comeback against Chelsea fueled by an Ollie Watkins brace. Ishaan analyzes key moments, such as Ryan Cherki’s late winner for Manchester City and Florian Wirtz finally announcing his arrival at Liverpool with his first Premier League goal. Looking ahead, the host advises fantasy managers

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00:43:39

Episode 18: GW 17 Review, Waiver Pickups, Isak and...

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2025/12/25

Rudra and Vineeth host this festive episode as a duo, covering for the absent Ishaan who is attending a Christmas party. The pair breaks down a brutal week for fantasy managers, headlined by major injuries to premium assets on Rudra's team: Alexander Isak broke his leg after scoring against Tottenham, and Bruno Fernandes suffered a hamstring injury that will sideline him for a month. The hosts also analyze Aston Villa’s incredible 10-game winning streak and Manchester City’s dominance over West

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00:56:50

Episode 17: GW 16 review, AFCON impacts, Waiver...

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2025/12/18

In this episode for FPL Draft advice and talk: The OG crew of Rudra, Ishaan, and Vineeth reunites to break down a chaotic week of Premier League action, headlined by Manchester United's 8-goal thriller against Bournemouth and Arsenal's dramatic late winner against Wolves. With the mid-season mark approaching, the team dives deep into the fantasy impact of upcoming AFCON departures, analyzing which squads—like Sunderland and Manchester United—will be hit hardest. We offer key waiver wire

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00:57:33

Episode 16: GW 15 Review, Waiver Pickups, Salah...

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2025/12/10

In Episode 16, the full crew featuring Vineeth, Rudra, Ishaan, and Vijay returns to break down a chaotic week of football and fantasy drama. The hosts analyze Aston Villa’s stunning 2-1 win over Arsenal and Manchester City’s 3-0 victory against Sunderland, highlighted by Phil Foden’s incredible form of 47 points in his last three games. Discussion heats up over Liverpool’s wild 3-3 draw with Leeds, focusing on the controversy surrounding a benched Mohamed Salah and his post-match comments. The team

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00:16:02

Ep 15: GW 14 review, Solo Pod, Quick and Dirty Waiver...

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2025/12/05

In this solo "quick and dirty" episode, the host breaks down a wild midweek slate featuring a chaotic nine-goal thriller between Man City and Fulham and Chelsea's stunning loss to Leeds. We analyze standout performances, including braces from Phil Foden, Ollie Watkins, and an unlikely double from Cristian Romero, while looking ahead to key waiver wire moves for the upcoming gameweek. The episode highlights major transfer targets like Newcastle's Wissa, who is available due to

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